Description
Passenger Seat Airbag For CITROËN C4 PICASSO And GRAND PICASSO. Side Pyrotechnic Inflatable Bag. Version I.
This passenger seat side airbag is designed for Citroën C4 Picasso and Grand Picasso vehicles (Version I). It Is A Pyrotechnic Inflatable Bag Mounted In The Seat And Intended To Provide Lateral Impact Protection For The Occupant. The Part Is Commonly Searched By Part Numbers 9655047580 And 8216PH, Which Makes Identification Easy For Mechanics And DIY Repairers.
Key Features And Function
The Module Contains A Pyrotechnic Inflator And A Folding Textile Airbag Packaged Inside The Seat Structure. On Detection Of A Side Impact Event The Inflator Rapidly Deploys The Airbag To Cushion The Occupant’S Torso And Pelvis, Reducing The Risk Of Injury. The Unit Is A Passive Safety Component And Must Be Installed Correctly To Ensure Proper Deployment Performance.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Stellantis / Citroën
- Model: Citroën C4 Picasso (Version I); Citroën Grand Picasso (Version I)
- Product Codes: 9655047580, 8216PH
- Additional Numbers: 8216PH
Replacement And Installation
Removal And Installation Should Be Performed By A Qualified Technician Or An Experienced DIY Mechanic Familiar With SRS Systems. General Steps Include: Disconnect The Vehicle Battery And Wait The Manufacturer’S Recommended Time To Allow The SRS Capacitors To Discharge; Remove Seat Trim And Covers Carefully To Access The Airbag Module; Disconnect Electrical Connectors And Unbolt The Airbag Module From The Seat Frame; Fit The New Module, Reconnect The Electrical Connectors Securely, Reinstall Trims And Reconnect The Battery. After Installation, Verify That The SRS Warning Light Behaves According To The Manufacturer’S Procedure.
Recommended Notes For Safe Mounting
- Always Disconnect The Battery Before Starting Work And Observe The Manufacturer’S Safety Intervals.
- Handle Airbag Modules By The Housing Only; Avoid Striking Or Dropping The Unit.
- Ensure Connectors Are Clean, Dry And Fully Engaged; Replace Damaged Wiring Or Connectors.
- Follow Manufacturer Torque Specifications And Seat Trim Reassembly Procedures.
Why The Part Typically Fails
Airbags Rarely Fail Without Cause. The Most Common Reasons For Replacement Are Deployment During A Collision, Water Or Moisture Ingress Leading To Connector Corrosion, Physical Damage To The Seat Structure, Or Electrical Faults In The Seat Wiring. Previous Deployment Or Tampering With The SRS System Will Necessitate Replacement Of The Affected Module.
Compatibility And Identification
This Listing Is Focused On The Passenger Seat Side Airbag For The First Generation (Version I) Citroën C4 Picasso / Grand Picasso. Customers And Workshops Often Search Using The OEM Numbers 9655047580 And 8216PH To Identify The Correct Item Fast. Always Compare Part Numbers And Physical Appearance When Replacing SRS Components.
Additional Advice
Because Airbag Systems Are Critical For Occupant Safety, If You Are Unsure About Any Step Of The Replacement Or Diagnostics, Seek Assistance From A Workshop With SRS Experience. Proper Installation And Connector Integrity Are Essential For The System To Function As Designed.
